Implanon Insertion & Removal Training
This interactive course aims to provide theoretical and simulated training in the insertion and removal of the contraceptive implant, Implanon NXT®, and provide product knowledge and patient counselling. The course consists of 2 hours of online theory and 1.5 hours of face-to-face simulation practice.
Description
Cost
$250.00
Delivery method
Blended:
- prerequisite e-learning
- Face-to-face simulation practice in Brisbane, Cairns, Ipswich, Rockhampton, or Toowoomba
Online, distance education available for this course. Click here for more information.
Who should register?
General practitioners, GP registrars, international medical graduates, registered nurses, registered midwives, or nurse practitioners
Eligibility
- Current AHPRA registration
- Prior experience in local anaesthetic administration
- Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination status in line with current government guidelines
- For nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and registered midwives: must ensure Implanon NXT® insertion and removal is within scope of practice and have Professional Indemnity Insurance to cover for Implanon NXT® insertion and removal
Prerequisites
All registered participants must:
- Complete online theory course (approx. 2.5 hours duration) before attending the simulation practice
Course overview
This interactive training session includes self paced online learning which must be completed prior to the face-to-face clinical simulation. The following topic are covered in this course:
- Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) Composition and mechanism of action
- Efficacy Side effects, including bleeding patterns and guidance of management
- Patient suitability, contraindications, and medication interactions
- Patient consent
- Timing of initiation of contraception
- Insertion procedure, including anatomical considerations
- Removal procedure
- Reinsertion procedure
- Post-procedure patient advice
- Advice for complex implants, such as deeply inserted implants
Implanon NXT® insertion and removal simulated practice on model arms will occur under supervision in small groups by an experienced Implanon NXT® clinical trainer. Please register for a session to attend and complete your simulation practice with the trainer.
True is proud to be a preferred training provider for Implanon NXT®. Please note that training resources are supplied by the manufacturer.
*If you are an organisation with 6 participants or more willing to complete the Implanon course, please contact our Clinical Education Unit to discuss a private session.
For Doctors
Assessment:
Participants must complete a short, online quiz with 100% pass mark required. The course includes feedback from an Implanon NXT® clinical educator on simulation procedure technique but does not include a formal competency assessment.
Course outcomes:
Participants will receive a Statement of Attendance for Contraceptive Implant (Implanon NXT®) Insertion & Removal Training. The statement may be used as evidence of attendance of training.
For Nurses and Midwives
Assessment:
Participants must complete a short, online quiz with 100% pass mark required. The course includes feedback from an Implanon NXT® clinical educator on simulation procedure technique but does not include a formal competency assessment.
Course outcomes:
Participants will receive a Statement of Attendance for Contraceptive Implant (Implanon NXT®) Insertion & Removal Training. The Statement may be used as evidence of attendance of training. True’s Implanon NXT® insertion and removal training does not confer competency.
True strongly recommends that nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and registered midwives perform Implanon NXT® insertion and removal under appropriate supervision in their workplaces before commencing independent practice.
CPD information
This education is a CPD Activity under the RACGP CPD Program.
This is an accredited activity under the ACRRM Professional Development Program.
Other health professionals can use the Statement of Attendance to support their annual declaration of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of their registration requirements.
FAQ
- Do I need to have prior experience with local anaesthetic administration? Yes. Training in local anaesthetic (LA) administration is not covered in our course. If you are a health professional, we advise discussing with your employer appropriate training in LA use. We are unable to assist in the clinical component of this.
Course enquiries
Clinical Education Unit
Email: ceu@true.org.au
Payment policy
Cancellation fees
- If cancelling more than 28 days prior to your confirmed clinical placement session, you will be refunded 85% of the original invoice amount.
- If cancelling 8-27 days prior confirmed clinical placement session, you will receive a 50% refund
- No refund will be issued if you cancel 7 days or less before your placement.